Lecturer Of Environmental Engineering

Position Summary:
The Civil & Environmental Engineering (CEE) Department at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville invites applications for a full-time Teaching Academic Staff (Lecturer) position in Environmental Engineering for the 2024/2025 school year. The position may continue for additional years. The position is well suited for MS graduates or recent doctoral graduates who would like to develop their teaching skills and establish a record of experience as an instructor. UW-Platteville offers a New Instructor Learning Community and will provide mentorship. UW-Platteville is proud to be a student-focused and teaching school. This position is year long with the intent for continued services as our programs continues to grow and thrive. Salary for this position begins at $67,000 and is commensurate with experience. 

Responsibilities:

• Deliver undergraduate civil and Environmental Engineering courses and associated labs in a student-centered learning environment. 
• Typical teaching load will be approximately 15 contact hours per week, including laboratory sessions.

What You'll Need to Succeed:

• M.S. or Ph.D. in civil engineering, Environmental Engineering, or closely related field.
• Ability to teach introductory Environmental Engineering courses.
• Ability to teach other introductory courses and participate in advising the senior design students.
• A strong commitment to undergraduate education and present evidence of, or aptitude for, excellent teaching.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Demonstrate a commitment to or experience with diverse populations.
  

Why It's Great to be a Pioneer:

The College of Engineering, Mathematics, and Science (EMS) enrolls approximately 3,500 students in ABET-accredited BS degree programs in Civil, Electrical, Environmental, Industrial, Mechanical and Software Engineering, and Engineering Physics and BS degrees in Mathematics, Broad-field Science, Chemistry, Computer Science, and Sustainable and Renewable Energy Systems. The College of EMS also participates in a statewide Collaborative Engineering Program that allows place-bound undergraduate students to complete their BS degrees in Mechanical and Electrical Engineering with minimal travel. In addition, the College has an online Master of Engineering program, which has been designated as a "Best Buy" in online education.

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville, founded in 1866, offers 47 baccalaureate and 10 master's programs. It possesses institutional strengths in middle level education, engineering, industrial technology, agriculture, criminal justice and business. The campus is located in Southwest Wisconsin's largest and most historic community. The region offers excellent school systems, high quality medical and hospital facilities, outstanding recreational opportunities, and vibrant businesses and industries. UW-Platteville is a cultural and educational center for the Tri-State region of Illinois, Iowa and Wisconsin.
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Application Deadline:
Applications must be submitted through our online applicant portal. To ensure full consideration applications must be received by March 1, 2024. Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled.

How to Apply:

The following documents are required for applicant consideration:

• Letter of application addressing all required qualifications
• A list of UW-Platteville engineering courses the candidate is able to teach (course catalog) 
• A curriculum vitae or resume
• A separate statement of teaching philosophy and experience
• Contact information for three professional references, at least two of whom can address the candidate's teaching ability or potential

For questions regarding this position, please contact:

Dr. Christina Curras, currasc@uwplatt.edu

We Support Diversity and Inclusion:
Our mission is to foster a diverse environment that contributes to an inclusive culture and climate by promoting critical discourse and meaningful interactions between all members of our campus community.

Equal Employment Opportunity:
The University of Wisconsin-Platteville is committed to recruiting, supporting and fostering a diverse, inclusive and civil community of outstanding faculty, staff and students, and is an AA/EEO Employer. A criminal background check is required for employment. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the U.S. at time of hire.

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.